Tyler vs Samuel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#191
Total SSA Count
1,908
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Tyler Rank #191
Samuel Rank #17

Samuel is more popular, ranked #17 vs #191 for Tyler.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tyler or Samuel more popular?

Samuel is more popular, ranked #17 compared to Tyler at #191 in the United States.

What do Tyler and Samuel mean?

Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin). Samuel means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Tyler and Samuel boy or girl names?

Tyler is primarily a boy name. Samuel is primarily a boy name.

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